Tsunami Alert After 8.8 Earthquake Off Russia: What To Watch For And How To Prepare

Last Updated:July 30, 2025, 10:49 IST

Tsunami alerts have been issued for parts of the Pacific region, including Japan, Hawaii, Alaska’s Aleutian Islands, and coastal California.

An 8.8-magnitude earthquake hit Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. (Photo Credits: X)

A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake hit Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday, triggering tsunami waves in the northern Pacific region and prompting emergency alerts across multiple countries. The earthquake has been reported to be one of the strongest ever recorded in the region, and it has damaged buildings and flooded parts of the Russian coastline.

In Severo-Kurilsk, a coastal town in Sakhalin Oblast, tsunami waves of up to 4 metres (13 feet) high flooded streets and buildings. As part of emergency measures and rescue operations, authorities evacuated around 2,000 residents and videos of the same have been shared on Russian social media, showcasing alarming visuals of water submerging homes and streets.

The impact was not limited to Russia, but several parts of Japan were also affected. Meanwhile, alerts have been issued across the Pacific region, including the United States, Ecuador, Chile, Costa Rica and various other nations.

Nations On High Alert

In the United States, tsunami warnings and advisories have been issued for numerous coastal states. The National Weather Service has warned that waves as high as 3 metres could hit parts of Hawaii, Alaska’s Aleutian Islands and coastal California. Besides, Oregon and Washington are also under tsunami advisories.

Apart from the coastal region, Latin American countries such as Ecuador and Chile have also been warned, with authorities closely monitoring patterns. On the other hand, Japan’s meteorological agency is also keeping a close eye on areas under threat.

Indian Consulates Issue Safety Advisory

With the tsunami threats looming over coastal areas in the American region, the Indian consulates in the US, including San Francisco and Seattle, have issued advisories for Indian nationals living in those areas. Citizens have been urged to stay away from coastal zones, follow local emergency updates and be prepared for sudden evacuations. Furthermore, Emergency helplines have also been activated, including the Seattle Consulate’s helpline. People can reach out to them on +1 (206) 608-0608.

Tsunami Alert: How To Prepare

Move to Higher Ground: If you are in a tsunami alert zone, do not wait further and move to higher ground or any other area as quickly as possible.

Stay Away from Coastal Areas: It is advised not to visit beaches, ports or coastal roads during the alert period as strong waves can submerge the areas with little warning.

Follow Local Emergency Alerts: Keep following regular updates from the National Weather Service, local authorities or tsunami warning centres.

Keep Emergency Kits For Sudden Evacuation: Prepare an emergency kit which includes necessary items like water, food, medicines, flashlight, power banks and ID documents.

Keep Devices Charged: Charge your phones and backup batteries to ensure smooth communication even during a power cut.

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